Corning™ Matrigel™ GFR Membrane Matrix

Produces a biologically active matrix material resembling the mammalian cellular basement matrix. Corning™ Matrigel™ GFR Basement Membrane Matrix provides a physiologically relevant environment for studies of cell morphology, biochemical function, migration, invasion, and gene expression.

Brand:  Corning™ 356230

Product Code. 11543620

Description

 

• Tested for the ability to promote neurite outgrowth of chick dorsal root ganglia cells
• Tested and found negative for bacteria, fungi, and mycoplasma
• Source: Engelbreth-Holm-Swarm (EHS) mouse tumor, a tumor rich in extracellular matrix proteins, including Laminin (a major component), Collagen IV, heparin sulfate proteoglycans, entactin/nidogen, and a number of growth factors
• Base formulation: Dulbecco's Modified Eagle's Medium with 50μg/mL gentamycin, with or without Phenol Red
• Solubilized basement membrane preparations polymerize at room temperature

Quality 

• Mouse colonies routinely screened for pathogens via Mouse Antibody Production (MAP) testing
• Extensive PCR testing is performed to screen for a number of pathogens
• Tested and found negative for bacteria, fungi, and mycoplasma
• Protein concentrations determined by Lowry method
• Endotoxin units measured by Limulus Amoebocyte Lysate assay
• Matrigel Matrix gel stability is tested for a period of 14 days at 37°C
• Biological activity is determined for each lot using a neurite outgrowth assay

Application: • Cell Growth and Differentiation • Metabolism/Toxicology Studies • Invasion Assays • In Vitro and In Vivo Angiogenesis Assays • In Vivo Angiogenesis Studies and Augmentation of Tumors in Immunosuppressed Mice

Specifications

• For Use With (Application): Suitable for applications that require a highly defined basement membrane preparation.
• Product Type: Growth factor reduced basement membrane matrix
• Source: Engelbreth-Holm-Swarm Mouse Tumor

• Packaging: N/A
• Quantity: 5mL
• Storage Requirements: -20°C